SSICT News

SAS Agentic AI Capabilities Expand in Customer Intelligence 360 Platform
SAS expands agentic AI within Customer Intelligence 360 with specialized agents for journeys, search, and coordination. The multi-agent system aims to boost efficiency while maintaining human oversight.

ManageEngine Rolls Out Autonomous AI Agents Across Its Suite
ManageEngine launches Zia Agents, autonomous AI agents for IT management, with a focus on data privacy and governance.

ITC Infotech and InsureMO Partner to Bring AI-Driven Insurance Modernization to Middle East, Africa, and India
ITC Infotech and InsureMO form a strategic alliance combining K-Fabric AI with 2,500+ APIs to modernize insurance in the Middle East, Africa, and India without replacing core systems.

Dell Deskside Agentic AI Enables Local AI Workflows from Desk to Data Center
Dell Technologies introduces Dell Deskside Agentic AI, a new solution for deploying agentic AI locally with predictable costs, supporting models from 30 billion to 1 trillion parameters.

Fortinet and NVIDIA Deepen Integration to Secure Enterprise AI with FortiAIGate
Fortinet and NVIDIA have launched FortiAIGate, a zero-trust security solution for enterprise AI workloads. The joint offering protects AI models, data, and autonomous agents across cloud and on-premises environments.

Splunk Research Shows Downtime Costs Global 2000 $600 Billion Annually
Splunk research reveals Global 2000 downtime costs hit $600B annually, up 50% in two years. The report shows $15,000 per minute and hidden costs like customer churn and regulatory fines.

stc group Prepares for Hajj 1447 with Network Expansions and Cybersecurity
stc group completed preparations for Hajj 1447 AH with over 1,100 outdoor sites and 400 in-building base stations, plus cybersecurity enhancements for pilgrim connectivity.

e& Launches Exclusive Hajj Package 2026 for Pilgrims | Saudi Shopper
e& UAE has launched an exclusive Hajj package for 2026, offering 50GB data and 1000 calling minutes for pilgrims to stay connected with families during the pilgrimage.

Ford Expedition 2025: New Model Launches in Saudi Arabia with 400 HP Engine
The Ford Expedition 2025 launches in Saudi Arabia with a 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine producing 400 hp. It is available in Active, Platinum, and Stealth trims through Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors.

Dell AI Factory Gains New Agentic AI and Infrastructure Capabilities
Dell announced new agentic AI, data platform, and infrastructure additions to its Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA, targeting enterprise AI deployment from deskside to data center.

SADAFCO Releases 2025 Sustainability Report with Key Environmental and Social Gains
SADAFCO releases its 2025 sustainability report detailing a 33% water consumption improvement, 96% recycling rate, and zero workplace fatalities, among other environmental and social gains.

AMD Launches EPYC 8005 Server CPUs for Edge, Telco, and Cloud Storage
AMD launches EPYC 8005 Server CPUs with up to 84 Zen 5 cores, targeting edge, telco, and cloud storage with high performance per watt and a small footprint.

Sony Launches 1000X THE COLLEXION Premium Headphones in Saudi Arabia
Sony launched the 1000X THE COLLEXION premium headphones in Saudi Arabia, featuring refined design, DSEE Ultimate upscaling, and 360 Reality Audio. The range also gets a new Sandstone color for the WH-1000XM6.

ASUS Sends ExpertBook Ultra Above Everest to Test Durability in Extreme Conditions
ASUS took its ExpertBook Ultra to 8,856 meters above sea level, higher than Everest, to test durability under extreme cold, low pressure, and physical shock. The laptop survived and operated normally throughout.

HONOR Eid Offers: Discounts and Installment Plans on Smartphones
HONOR launches limited-time Eid campaign with discounts and 0% installment on smartphones like Magic V5, Magic8 Pro, and 600 Pro.

Google I/O 2026: Gemini Omni, AI Search, and Gemini 3.5 Flash Unveiled
Google I/O 2026 introduced Gemini Omni, an AI model for video creation, a revamped AI Search box, and the faster Gemini 3.5 Flash, with many updates rolling out to the Arab World.

Digital Entrepreneurship Council Discusses Technology for Hajj and Umrah Services
The Digital Entrepreneurship Council hosted Saudi ministers and entrepreneurs to discuss AI and digital solutions for improving Hajj and Umrah services.

Kreab Opens First Middle East Regional Office in Riyadh
Kreab Worldwide opened its first Middle East regional office in Riyadh under the name Kreab Saudi Arabia, appointing Shurjil Syed as Managing Partner and Theodor Swedjemark as Chairman.

Tamimi Markets Opens 24/7 Pop-Up Store in Makkah for Hajj 2026
Tamimi Markets launches a 24/7 pop-up store in Makkah during Hajj 2026, offering essential groceries and distributing one million bottles of water to pilgrims.

LG Business Monitors Built for Modern Workplace Demands
LG showcases its business monitor portfolio featuring USB Type-C docking, daisy-chaining, KVM switches, and ergonomic designs for government, finance, and healthcare sectors across the Gulf region.

Cisco Identity Intelligence Powered by Cisco-Built AI Model
Cisco Identity Intelligence becomes the first Cisco product powered entirely by a Cisco-built AI model, enhancing identity risk visibility for security teams. The advancement strengthens security capabilities across the Middle East.

Electric vehicle charging partnership: Almajdouie, Deepal, and Al Fanar Launch in Saudi Arabia
Almajdouie Automotive partners with Al Fanar Company to deploy electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Saudi Arabia, supporting the Kingdom’s transition to sustainable transportation and Vision 2030 goals.
